New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Lights, camera, action! Rising-star conductor Keitaro Harada leads a program of thrilling orchestral music from classic movies. Movie-musicals West Side Story and An American in Paris, with their timeless tunes, are heard alongside Joe Hisaishi and his score to the Studio Ghibli masterpiece Spirited Away. Do not miss this festive performance with music that dazzles and delights the perfect way to celebrate the start of the season.

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North America's largest biennial poetry event, the Dodge Poetry Festival is often called Wordstock or poetry heaven. Featuring three days of readings, performances, and workshops. Established in 1986 and produced by NJPAC, it brings together world-renowned poets, slam champions, and songwriters in downtown Newark, NJ, to foster community through spoken word.

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North America's largest biennial poetry event, the Dodge Poetry Festival is often called Wordstock or poetry heaven. Featuring three days of readings, performances, and workshops. Established in 1986 and produced by NJPAC, it brings together world-renowned poets, slam champions, and songwriters in downtown Newark, NJ, to foster community through spoken word.

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Singer, songwriter, poet, painter, author, and photographer Patti Smith emerged in the 1970s punk rock scene. Her intellectual and angry lyrics, along with her energetic performances, helped redefine the role of women in rock and shape the direction of the punk genre. Smith is known for fusing rock and poetry, and her music is characterized by its poetic lyricism and rock & roll energy.

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North America's largest biennial poetry event, the Dodge Poetry Festival is often called Wordstock or poetry heaven. Featuring three days of readings, performances, and workshops. Established in 1986 and produced by NJPAC, it brings together world-renowned poets, slam champions, and songwriters in downtown Newark, NJ, to foster community through spoken word.

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Join us for an exploration of word flow, verses and landscapes as Danny Simmons brings a Def Poetry Reunion to NJPAC for the Dodge Poetry Festival. Def Poetry Reunion celebrates the legacy of the hit HBO series Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry Jam. These gatherings feature iconic alumni, live music, and activism to honor prominent poets.

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Is Brooklyn in the House? As a lifelong resident of Brooklyn, author and filmmaker Nelson George has dedicated much of his career to documenting the very spirit of that phrase through several major works including the documentary Brooklyn Boheme and City Kid: A Writers Memoir.

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Join the ultimate celebration of heroism as My Hero Academia In Concert brings a decade of unforgettable moments to life! From Dekus first steps to the thrilling battles that have defined My Hero Academia, this live concert experience immerses fans in the anime's full eight season journey like never before. Set on stage with a powerful 15 piece live band performing Yuki Hayashis iconic score, every note captures the triumph, heartbreak, and heroism of the series. The concert seamlessly blends dy

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Little Big Town is an American country music vocal group from Nashville, Tennessee. Formed in 1998, the quartet features Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook. Known for their seamless four-part vocal harmonies, they are celebrated for hits like Girl Crush,Pontoon, and Better Man.

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Legendary soul singer Mavis Staples and virtuoso funk musician Trombone Shorty have frequently collaborated, bringing their distinct New Orleans rooted styles together for live performances and tours. They have shared stages at major events like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and toured together in 2023, often performing classics like The Weight among others.

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Darren Fleet is a rapidly rising American stand up comedian and digital content creator who built a massive following through his viral social media rants. Originally from Virginia, Fleet transition from internet sketch fame into headlining and selling out major Alist comedy rooms nationwide. He describes himself as a highly non traditional, high-energy comedian who leans heavily into sharp pop culture commentary, everyday observations, and diverse, inclusive humor.

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Legendary soul singer Mavis Staples and virtuoso funk musician Trombone Shorty have frequently collaborated, bringing their distinct New Orleans rooted styles together for live performances and tours. They have shared stages at major events like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and toured together in 2023, often performing classics like The Weight among others.

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Legendary soul singer Mavis Staples and virtuoso funk musician Trombone Shorty have frequently collaborated, bringing their distinct New Orleans rooted styles together for live performances and tours. They have shared stages at major events like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and toured together in 2023, often performing classics like The Weight among others.

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A new season begins with two of Classical musics most epic works. Music Director Xian Zhang introduced George Li to New Jersey audiences 10 years ago and he's since become a true local favorite, returning now for Beethoven's heroic "Emperor" Piano Concerto. Schubert's final symphony, also known as "The Great," was lost in a drawer and never performed during his lifetime-its songful grandeur is one of the wonders of the Romantic era.

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The RESET sound experience is an immersive sound healing, meditation, and restoration event created by singer-songwriter Davin Youngs. It combines improvised vocals, loop devices, electronic beats, and overtone-emitting instruments to create a modern sound bath designed for deep relaxation and emotional release. STAGE: Stage Seating: Join the artist for an immersive on-stage experience. Guests must bring their own yoga mats and blankets. 1) Stage Seating Only 2) Standard Admission: Stage Seating

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Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved for his talent, charm, and humanitarian efforts, he is treasured by audiences throughout the world. With an irrepressible joy for making music, the violin virtuoso is one of the most in - demand artists in music.

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